Data Governance Expert

Data Governance Expert Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Data Governance Expert to lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of enterprise-wide data governance frameworks. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in data governance, data quality, ownership and stewardship, metadata management, and regulatory alignment, ensuring data is effectively governed across the organization. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain enterprise data governance frameworks, policies, standards, and procedures. Establish data ownership and stewardship models, ensuring clear accountability across business functions. Develop and govern enterprise business glossaries, data definitions, and Critical Data Elements (CDEs). Define data quality standards, KPIs, monitoring processes, and issue escalation mechanisms. Oversee governance requirements for metadata, data catalogues, and data lineage. Establish data classification and lifecycle governance requirements in collaboration with relevant stakeholders. Support compliance with applicable Saudi data governance requirements and relevant SDAIA/NDMO standards and guidance. Conduct data governance maturity assessments, identify gaps, and develop improvement roadmaps. Monitor governance performance, track remediation progress, and prepare executive reports and dashboards. Coordinate data governance committees, facilitate cross-functional collaboration, and support governance-related decision-making. Promote data governance awareness and best practices across the organization. Qualifications & Requirements Bachelor's degree in information systems, Computer Science, Data Management, MIS, or a related field. Minimum 7 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years specifically in enterprise data governance. Proven experience implementing enterprise data governance frameworks and operating models. Strong knowledge of data ownership, stewardship, data quality, metadata management, and data classification. Familiarity with DAMA-DMBOK, SDAIA/NDMO, and applicable Saudi data governance requirements. Experience developing governance KPIs, business glossaries, data catalogues, and governance maturity assessments. Strong analytical, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills. Experience working with cross-functional teams and senior management. Preferred Qualifications CDMP (DAMA) or equivalent data governance certification. DCAM, EDM Council, or other relevant professional certifications. Previous experience in large organizations within retail, telecom, hospitality, healthcare, digital services, or other data-intensive industries. Experience working in Saudi Arabia or the GCC. Apply Now If you have a strong background in enterprise data governance and are passionate about establishing effective data management practices, we encourage you to apply. Show more Show less